He has the brass neck to ask for a raise after missing work.
brass neck
idiomGall, shamelessness, cheek.
Origin
disputed originFrom stick one's neck out.
She had the brass neck to show up at the party uninvited after their argument.
Despite his obvious failure to complete the project, he had the brass neck to demand full payment for his services.
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albatross around one's neck
A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.
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albatross round one's neck
Alternative form of albatross around one's neck.
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bow-legged wi' brass
Wealthy; having lots of money.
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brass ceiling
An unwritten, uncodified barrier to promotion or progression for women in law enforcement or the military.
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brass farthing
Something worthless or of small value.
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brass monkey
Very cold.
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brass monkeys
Very cold.
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break one's neck
To make extraordinary efforts to achieve an end; to exert oneself in pursuit of a goal.